Description
Learn how to make a delicious and customizable smoothie that is perfect for breakfast or as a refreshing snack. This recipe is easy to follow and allows you to tailor the ingredients to your preferences.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
Smoothie Base:
- 3/4 cup milk or juice (dairy or non-dairy, high fat or low fat)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or flavored) about 125 grams
- 1 frozen banana (cut into or frozen in chunks) about 115 grams
- 1 cup frozen berries (strawberries, blueberries, or watermelon, cherries, pineapple, mango — options are endless!)
Add-ins and Extras:
- Protein powder
- Nut butter
- Oats or grains
- Extracts
- Ice
Instructions
- Add ingredients to the blender in the order listed (from softest to firmest). This helps the blending process go smoothly.
- Blend until smooth, stopping and stirring as necessary. Ensure all ingredients are well combined.
- If your blender is struggling, add a small splash of liquid and stir, then blend again. This helps with blending thicker mixtures.
- If you prefer a thicker smoothie, add a handful of ice and blend again. This also helps to keep the smoothie cold.
Notes
- Add-in Ideas: Experiment with nut butters, seeds, grains, protein powder, and veggies for added nutrition and flavor.
- Sweeteners: Enhance sweetness with honey, agave, dates, or simple syrup.
- Extracts, Spices, and Powders: Explore different flavors with extracts and spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or powders like acai or spirulina.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 250 kcal
- Sugar: About 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
